Rack & Pinion/Steering Rack Bushing For Honda CR-V RD1 (Gen1) 1997-2001

Applicable Models:
Honda CR-V 1997-2001 RD1/Gen1

PRINT NOTES:

Material: TPU 95A (I recommend NOT softer than 85a)
Walls: 99 (Far more rigid compared to 100% infill, but as you like)

• 1x "Steering Cut Bush"

• 2x "Steering Bush"

(Naming is a mess, sorry, but I discovered both need to be cut to be installed)

INSTALLATION:

This way does not require removing the rack from the subframe.
Grease as preferred, I didn't, and no squeaking to be reported.

• "CRV Steering Cut Bush"

  • Once printed, cut through what seems to be a "seam" on the print.

  • Remove OEM rubber ring that hugs the steering rack on the passenger side

  • You will need 1 extended bolt as I (mistakenly) designed the part to be quite thicker than OEM (or remix/shave as you prefer)

  • Replace and tighten

• "CRV Steering Bush"

  • Print on the "thick side" down for best results.

  • Admittedly, another mistake, but, once done printing, cut through one side as the inner diameter is approximately 1.5mm off, but it should make for a snug fit once "smooshed" into place.

  • Do 1 bolt at a time on the driver's side, and remove any remnants of the disintegrated OEM bushing

  • Slide the new bushing in together with the bolt and tighten. I designed it to be taller than the OEM bushing for a "smoosh into place" fit. The bolt head diameter is also accounted for; no washers are required unless preferred. 

Wasn't able to produce any pictures for installation or final print as I was in a hurry. Makes and comments and more so with pictures are appreciated. Thank you